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About
Emotional healing occurs most readily in the context of a safe relationship that is simultaneously supportive, responsive and empathic, but that also challenges you to venture outside of your comfort zone. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, partnering with you in your individuality to help you reconnect with your own inner strength and wisdom. I can help you to make connections between your past experiences and present circumstances in order to better understand yourself, enabling you to make changes that translate into a more vibrant and fulfilling life.
I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, at-risk youth, parenting challenges, grief, loss, relationship issues and attachment difficulties. I also have significant experience working cross culturally, including with people of color and people who are gender non-conforming and make room to explore important aspects of identity and difference.
As every individual is unique, I tailor my approach to match the needs of each person that sees me for therapy. Another key to successful therapy is finding a good fit. If you'd like to get a sense of me and my work, I invite you to contact me.
Call or Email Ben Graf for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 270-4943
Finances
- Cost per Session: $90 - $150
- Sliding Scale: Yes
Pay By:
Cash, Check, Paypal
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Optum
- The Alliance
- Out of Network
Verify your health insurance coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Qualifications
- License: California / 64002
- School: Hunter College School of Social Work
- Year Graduated: 2003
Location
Specialties
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anger Management
Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Phase of Life Transitions
- Self-Harming
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
Mental Health
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
Client Focus
Age
- Adults
- Teen
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Trauma Focused
Modality
- Individuals
Last Modified: 1 Dec 2022
(510) 270-4943